HOBO Water Level Data Logger Starter Kit (100’) KIT-S-U20-02

Overview

Combining high accuracy water level measurements with out-of-the-box convenience, this money-saving kit includes everything needed to start logging right away. It is ideal for monitoring water levels and temperatures in wells, streams, lakes and freshwater wetlands.

This kit includes:

• U20-001-02 HOBO data logger (100′ range)
• BASE-U-4 base station with the required coupler
• BHW-PRO-CD HOBOware Pro software.

Like other HOBO Water Level Data Loggers, the 100-foot version offers exceptional value and ease-of-use, with no cumbersome vent tubes or desiccants to maintain.

Highlighted Features

• Lightning protection – no long signal wires, and electronics are shielded in stainless steel housing (see the Water Level logger sensor location drawing)
• HOBOware Pro software provides easy conversion to accurate water level reading, fully compensated for barometric pressure, temperature, and water density (use barometric pressure data from nearby weather station).
• Multiple-rate sampling allows faster sampling at critical times such as when pumping starts or stops.
• Available in four depth ranges
• Ideal for use in wells, streams, lakes, wetlands and tidal areas
• No-vent-tube design for easy reliable deployment
• Durable ceramic pressure sensor

In what environment does this kit operate?

This kit operates in outdoor and underwater environments.

What measurements does this kit support?

The KIT-S-U20-02 kit supports the following measurements: Absolute Pressure, Barometric Pressure, Temperature and Water Level

Pressure Sensor
Operation range: 0 to 400 kPa (0 to 58 psia); approximately 0 to 30.6 m (0 to 100 ft) of water depth at sea level, or 0 to 33.6 m (0 to 111 ft) of water at 3,000 m (10,000 ft) of altitude
Factory calibrated range: 69 to 400 kPa (10 to 58 psia), 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F)
Burst pressure: 500 kPa (72.5 psia) or 40.8 m (134 ft) depth
Water level accuracy*: Typical error – 0.05% FS, 1.5 cm (0.05 ft) water
Maximum error: – 0.1% FS, 3 cm (0.1 ft) water
Raw pressure accuracy**: 0.3% FS, 1.20 kPa (0.17 psi) maximum error
Resolution: < 0.04 kPa (0.006 psi), 0.41 cm (0.013 ft) water
Pressure response time 90%: < 1 second
Thermal response time (90%)†: Approximately 10 minutes in water to achieve full temperature compensation of the pressure sensor

* With accurate reference water level measurement and Barometric Compensation Assistant data
** Absolute pressure sensor accuracy includes all pressure drift, temperature, and hysteresis-induced errors
† Maximum error due to rapid thermal changes is approximately 0.5%.

Temperature Sensor
Operation range: -20° to 50°C (-4° to 122°F)
Accuracy: 0.37°C at 20°C (0.67°F at 68°F)
Resolution: 0.1°C at 20°C (0.18°F at 68°F) (10-bit)
Response time (90%): 3.5 minutes in water (typical)
Stability (drift): 0.1°C (0.18°F) per year

Logger
Real-time clock: ± 1 minute per month 0° to 50°C (32° to 122°F)
Battery: 2/3 AA, 3.6 Volt Lithium, factory-replaceable
Battery life (typical use): 5 years with 1 minute or greater logging interval
Memory (non-volatile): 64K bytes memory (approx. 21,700 pressure and temperature samples)
Dimensions: 2.46 cm (0.97 inches) diameter, 15 cm (5.9 inches) length; mounting hole 6.3 mm (0.25 inches) diameter
Weight: Approximately 210 g (7.4 oz)
Wetted materials: 316 stainless steel, Viton® o-rings, acetyl cap, ceramic sensor
Shock/drop: Logger is sensitive to shocks. Handle with care and avoid any impact. Always use proper packaging when shipping the logger.
Logging interval: Fixed-rate or multiple logging intervals, with up to 8 user-defined logging intervals and durations; logging intervals from 1 second to 18 hours. Refer to HOBOware software manual.
Launch modes: Immediate start and delayed start
Offload modes: Offload while logging; stop and offload
Battery indication: Battery voltage can be viewed in status screen and optionally logged in datafile. Low battery indication in datafile.
Environmental Rating: IP68

The CE Marking identifies this product as complying with the relevant directives in the European Union (EU).